Looking for Caregiver for Senior in South Delta

Position: Part-Time In-Home Caregiver / Senior Companion Location: Private Residence Schedule: 4 days per week, 4 hours per day (approximately 16 hours per week) Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications Position Overview We are seeking a dependable, compassionate, and patient part-time caregiver to assist an 82-year-old senior in their home. The position will begin with a schedule of four days per week, four hours per day. The primary responsibilities are to provide reminders to eat regular meals, take prescribed medications on schedule, stay hydrated, and maintain a consistent daily routine. The caregiver will also provide companionship, light household assistance, and general oversight to help the senior remain comfortable and safe at home. We are looking for someone who is attentive, trustworthy, and respectful of the senior’s independence and dignity. Key Responsibilities

• Meal reminders and assistance: Encourage regular meals and snacks, provide reminders to eat, and assist with simple meal preparation as needed.
• Medication reminders: Remind the senior to take prescribed medications according to the established schedule and document reminders as requested. The caregiver will not change dosages or make medication decisions.
• Hydration reminders: Encourage regular fluid intake throughout the shift.
• Companionship: Provide friendly conversation, social interaction, and companionship.
• Daily routine: Help maintain a consistent routine for meals, medications, hydration, and daily activities.
• General well-being: Observe eating habits, mood, and general condition, and communicate concerns or changes to the designated family member.
• Light housekeeping: Assist with basic household tasks, such as washing dishes, tidying the kitchen, and keeping the immediate living area neat.
• Safety awareness: Maintain a safe environment and promptly report falls, unusual confusion, missed meals, or other concerning changes.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual, patient, and compassionate.
• Comfortable working with older adults and providing gentle, respectful reminders.
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow written instructions.
• Previous caregiving or senior-companion experience preferred.
• Willing to provide references and complete an appropriate background check.
• CPR and first-aid certification preferred.

Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is caring, observant, and consistent. We are looking for someone who will help establish a dependable daily routine, encourage proper nutrition and medication adherence, and provide meaningful companionship. Respect for privacy, dignity, and independence is essential. Schedule and Flexibility The initial schedule will be four days per week, four hours per day, totaling approximately 16 hours per week. The specific days and hours will be discussed with the selected candidate. Please note that the part-time schedule and hours are subject to change and flexible based on the senior’s needs and the family’s circumstances. Additional hours may be considered in the future as needed. How to Apply Interested candidates should provide a brief summary of their caregiving experience, availability, and professional or personal references. A background check will be required as part of the selection process. (Full-Time, Part-Time, Live-Out) For day (nurse-attendant)